Massachusetts Occupational Accident Insurance and Paid Family Medical Leave

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As a driver in Massachusetts, you are provided with key insurance protections and financial support for state-run leave programs.

Occupational Accident Insurance

As of October 1, 2024, you are automatically covered by occupational accident insurance at no cost to you.

• What it Covers: This insurance helps protect against medical expenses and loss of eligible earnings if you are injured in a covered accident while driving on the Uber platform. It provides up to $1,000,000 in medical expense coverage and disability payments.
• When You’re Covered: You are covered during your rideshare activity within Massachusetts, including when you are:
  • Online and waiting for a trip request.
  • En route to pick up a passenger.
  • On a trip with a passenger that started in Massachusetts.
• How to Learn More: You can find full policy details in the Insurance Hub in the Driver App.

Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

As of October 1, 2024, you are eligible for financial assistance to help with the cost of Massachusetts’ state-run PFML program.

• What You Receive: At the end of each quarter, you will receive a payment equal to half the cost of enrolling in the state’s PFML program for your eligible earnings from that quarter.
• How it Works: PFML payment are made automatically, regardless of whether you have personally enrolled in the state program. The first PFML payment for Q4 2024 (Oct-Dec) was made at the end of January 2025.
• How to Enroll in the State Program: To learn about the benefits of PFML and enroll, please visit the official Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave website.

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